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6:43 AM.Two Israeli embassy staff were shot dead after leaving an event at the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington DC. The suspect is in custody. Washington DC correspondent Kate Fisher spoke to Corin Dann. Audio

6:41 AM.Businesses have, by and large, welcomed the government's "investment boost" package which allows them to deduct 20 percent of the cost of new assets - such as machinery or tools - from taxable income… Read more Audio

6:37 AM.An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio

6:26 AM.News from the rural farming sector. Audio

6:21 AM.Forest and Bird general manager for advocacy Richard Capie says the budget is at least $1.5 billion short in conservation funding. Capie spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio

6:20 AM.Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team. Audio

6:15 AM.The Taxpayers' Union has slammed Budget 2025 as a waste of time and hype and says the Finance Minister has failed in her promise to deliver a growth budget. Taxpayers Union executive director Jordan… Read more Audio

6:09 AM.The New Zealand Council of Trade Unions has called Budget 2025 a reverse Robin Hood budget that steals from working people. CTU economist Craig Renney spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio

6:05 AM.The Indian Panthers have voluntarily withdrawn from the National Basketball League following an investigation into the organisation. Audio

10:00 AM.In today's episode, RNZ has been blocked from revealing details of a confidential pre-Budget education report this morning, Thursday's Budget will reveal the government's new spending, and the savings… Read more Audio

8:55 AM.American researchers found social media use by children could cause depressive symptoms a year later. University of California associate professor of pediatrics and one of the authors of the research… Read more Audio

8:48 AM.NSW towns are inundated by floodwaters in the mid-north coast and Hunter regions with Taree, Wingham and Glenthorne of most concern. Andrew Edmunds from the State Emergency Service spoke to Corin… Read more Audio

8:43 AM.Government data shows there are just three households in emergency housing across the whole of Otago and Southland. Katie Todd reports. Audio

8:40 AM.New data shows rural areas are holding up better economically than the cities, helped by higher prices for meat and dairy. Infometrics principal Economist Nick Brunsdon spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio

8:37 AM.An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio

8:31 AM.Market Update for 22 May 2025 Audio

8:28 AM.A major Wellington City Council meeting partially born from its failed airport share sale will be held on Thursday deciding the fate of beloved community assets and water reform in the capital. Nick… Read more Audio

8:16 AM.The Taxpayers' Union says this year's Budget must get the books back in the black, cut wasteful spending, and kickstart productivity with bold policy changes. Taxpayers Union executive director Jordan… Read more Audio

8:10 AM.Ahead of Thursday's Budget, a new poll shows most New Zealanders want the government to spend more on public services, not less. 'Better Taxes for a Better Future' campaign spokesperson Glenn Barclay… Read more Audio

8:06 AM.All Blacks utility back David Havili has re-signed with New Zealand Rugby and the Crusaders until after the 2027 World Cup. Audio

7:55 AM.Do you think you are underpaid? A new survey shows 61% of New Zealand workers would switch jobs for a higher salary, with a pay rise being the most common incentive. Robert Half New Zealand director… Read more Audio

7:50 AM.The group behind a taxpayer-funded methane satellite has finally revealed what is behind delays to a crucial milestone. Climate Change Correspondent Eloise Gibson spoke to Corin Dann. Audio

7:41 AM.After a brief reprieve, the Auckland department store Smith & Caughey's will officially close on the 31st of July after 145 years of business. Heart of the City's Viv Beck spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio

7:38 AM."Run it straight" competitions have come to Aotearoa, and it's far from the backyard bullrush you remember. Sports reporter Jonty Dine went to Wednesday night's event in West Auckland. Audio

7:35 AM.On Wednesday we spoke to Napier mayor Kirsten Wise about more than 100 roles being under threat at Napier City Council, the Council is trying to save $3 million in labour costs. Tauranga City Council… Read more Audio